Have a smoke detector on every level of your home. If all of your smoke detectors are wired directly into the electrical system of your home, purchase battery-operated detectors for every level. Change the batteries regularly.
Have a home exit plan in case of a fire. Try to have at least two exits from every room. Have a predetermined meeting spot for all family members outside of the home. Conduct a fire drill several times a year.
Keep your chimney clean. Put ashes into a metal container, and place them outside away from any combustible materials. Do not put the metal container on a wood deck, in the garage, or in a trash can.
